Fall for Indiana’s Cool North

Indiana’s Cool North comes alive each fall with festivals celebrating the season’s beauty and bounty. From charming small-town harvest fairs to lively music events, visitors can enjoy pumpkin patches, artisan crafts, seasonal foods, and family-friendly activities. Crisp air, colorful leaves, and festive decorations set the perfect backdrop for hayrides, corn mazes, and community fun. These fall festivals offer a warm, welcoming way to savor autumn while exploring the region’s local culture, flavors, and traditions.

From Wheel to Kiln: Learn Pottery at Winegar Pottery

 

 

At Winegar Pottery in LaPorte, you can join their “Clay Experience” series—a six-session course where you either meet twice a week for three weeks or once a week for six weeks. Participants of all levels explore hand-building, wheel work, glazing, and more in a relaxed, small-group studio setting.

📸: Winegar Pottery

For information on nearby lodging. Request a Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitor Guide.

    • 24 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
    • 43 Minutes to South Shore
    • 45 Minutes to Elkhart County

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